Castle Stalker dog-friendly cafe, Scotland Welcoming dog-friendly cafe and gift shop with a short walk to a view of a Monty Python castle, aaaargh.
Forest dog walk near Aberfoyle on the A821, Scotland The dogs had such a great time in the forest here. We chose a route with twinkling rivulets, old oak trees and lots of great things for dogs to sniff. And it was just perfect.
A dog-friendly Village Inn by Loch Long, Scotland A welcoming dog-friendly inn with B&B rooms and a marvellous lochside position. Dogs are offered the Woofchester dog menu, ours adore the sausage pieces.
Eskdalemuir Forest dog walk, Scotland An out of the way dog walk that's ideal for off-lead scampering with little chance of meeting other walkers or livestock.
New Galloway dog-friendly B&B and dog walk, Scotland A local dog walk with a dog-friendly B&B, and the attraction of a public car park with 8 EV charging points.
Mossdale accessible dog walk and other trails, Scotland A choice of good dog walks from a pretty picnic site not far from the A762.
Grey Mare's Tail waterfall and forest dog walk, Scotland A chance to admire a rushing torrent and waterfall and then extend the dog walk with a circular route through the forest.
Hilly dog walk near Auchencairn, Scotland Woodland is always great for dogs to enjoy some off-lead space and you're very likely to have a lot of track to yourself here.
Great Missenden dog-friendly country inn, Buckinghamshire A lovely country pub that's dog-friendly and close by the A413. Such a shame that access to several really excellent dog walks is blocked by a railway line on one side and a river on the other.
Doggie swimming spot near Cleator, Cumbria Wow - this is like an infinity pool for doggie swimmers, and what an amazing backdrop too. Any dog who enjoys his wild swimming will be thrilled with an outing here.
Coastal Cumbria with dog-friendly hotel, walks and a castle, Cumbria A real hidden gem just outside the national park and there's plenty to do here and no crowds.
Historic country inn near Craven Arms, Shropshire An overnight favourite of the infamous highwayman Dick Turpin, this pub claims to be the oldest in Shropshire. Happily the menu and service is fully up-to-date.
